Bryant leads shorthanded Lakers past Nets

Brooklyn, NY (Sports Network) - Kobe Bryant had 21 points, eight rebounds,
four assists and four steals, leading the Los Angeles Lakers to a 92-83 win
over the Brooklyn Nets on Tuesday.

Despite not having Dwight Howard, who was out with a shoulder injury, nor
Metta World Peace due to a suspension, the Lakers were able to pull off the
win, their sixth in the past seven games. Steve Nash added 17 points and eight
assists, while Earl Clark registered 14 points and 12 rebounds.

Brook Lopez scored 30 points for the Nets, who came into the game off a win
against Chicago on Friday. Deron Williams had 15 points, six assists and five
rebounds.